Pentagon's Censorship Agenda Exposed in Stars and Stripes Firings The recent termination of three staff members from the military publication Stars and Stripes by the Pentagon has sparked a debate about the role of journalism in reporting on government activities.
The firings, which have led to a lawsuit alleging First Amendment violations, highlight the increasingly contentious relationship between the Defense Department and the media.
One disturbing aspect of this situation is the reported reason for the dismissals: opposition to censorship.